Sodium Laureth Sulfate Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) is a surface-active agent (or surfactant) that makes thick, rich foam and helps cleanse the hair and skin. Where do we get it? Lush UK* purchases...
Coarse Sea Salt As it exfoliates, coarse sea salt cleanses, softens, and brightens the skin without stripping away too much natural oil. It's also a traditional ingredient for bathing - slowly dissolving in...
Seaweed Under the sea, forests of slimy algae grow, and they’re full of benefits for the skin and hair. What are the benefits of seaweeds in cosmetics? Soothing Mineral-rich Radiance boosting...
Lime It’s good to be green. Limes have a sharp, zesty scent and bring the shine! What is lime? The key lime grows on the Citrus aurantifolia tree, mainly cultivated in Brazil and...
Salt When it comes to treating your hair and skin, salt is great in a pinch! What is salt? Salt is a natural mineral that forms crystals of different sizes and...
Glycerin Discover the laws of attraction with glycerin, a humectant and a carrier that locks in moisture and effective ingredients, such as essential oils, for dewy, hydrated skin. What does glycerin do...
Alcohol Denat Alcohol replaced vegetable oils in perfumes around the 14th century. It carries the fragrance well and disappears almost instantly when applied to the skin, leaving a fresh sensation. Where do...
Phenoxyethanol At Lush, we strive to remove synthetic preservatives from our formulas and make everything self-preserving. However, some formulas still need preservatives to work efficiently on the skin and hair without...
Cetrimonium Chloride Cetrimonium chloride is an anti-static ingredient that helps condition the hair. Not only conditioning it also acts as a preservative by preventing the growth of bacteria in liquid solutions, and...
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil (Litsea Cubeba Oil) The sweet, lemony and refreshing aroma of litsea cubeba oil uplifts the mind and promotes relaxation and inner balance. The Litsea cubeba, or May Chang tree, is a small evergreen...
Behentrimonium chloride Behentrimonium chloride is an anti-static ingredient that helps condition the hair. Not only conditioning it also acts as a preservative by preventing the growth of bacteria in liquid solutions, and...
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil (Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil) In a world where chatbots don't recognise your customer number and trap you into a conversational loop, it's comforting to know that peaceful, real, tangible places like organic olive groves...